Character List

1. Dorothy Gale

• Age Range: 16-30 (young teen to early adult)
• Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (G3 to E5)
• Description: A brave, kind-hearted girl from Kansas who dreams of adventure. She sings several iconic songs, including “Over the Rainbow”. The role requires a strong actress who can convey innocence, courage, and determination.

2. The Scarecrow / Hunk

• Age Range: 18-35
• Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor (C3 to F4)
• Description: The first companion Dorothy meets. He longs for a brain but proves to be clever and resourceful. Needs a physically comedic actor, as the character often stumbles and falls.

3. The Tin Man / Hickory

• Age Range: 18-40
• Vocal Range: Baritone (C3 to G4)
• Description: The second companion. He seeks a heart and represents compassion. Requires a strong singing voice and ability to convey both stiffness and warmth.

4. The Cowardly Lion / Zeke

• Age Range: 30-60
• Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor (Bb2 to F4)
• Description: The third companion, a lovable coward who wants courage. A comedic role that requires excellent physicality and comedic timing.

5. The Wizard of Oz / Professor Marvel

• Age Range: 30-65
• Vocal Range: Baritone (A2 to E4)
• Description: A charming con man who poses as the all-powerful Wizard. Requires a charismatic actor with a commanding stage presence.

6. Glinda, the Good Witch of the North

• Age Range: 18-50
• Vocal Range: Soprano (G3 to C6)
• Description: A kind and elegant witch who guides Dorothy. Requires a strong soprano voice and graceful demeanor.

7. The Wicked Witch of the West / Miss Gulch

• Age Range: 18-50
• Vocal Range: N/A
• Description: A classic villain. Requires a commanding presence, strong acting skills, and the ability to deliver iconic lines with a menacing edge.

Supporting Characters:

8. Aunt Em

• Age Range: 50-70
• Vocal Range: N/A
• Description: Dorothy’s loving and practical aunt. A maternal figure with a warm singing voice.

9. Uncle Henry

• Age Range: 50-70
• Vocal Range: N/A
• Description: Dorothy’s kind-hearted uncle. A practical farmer.

10. The Munchkins

• Age Range: 5-15 (or adults playing children)
• Vocal Range: Various 
• Description: The colorful inhabitants of Munchkinland. These roles require good singers and dancers, with a focus on ensemble work.

11. The Winged Monkeys

• Age Range: Any
• Vocal Range: Non-singing
• Description: The Wicked Witch’s mischievous minions. These roles require strong dancers and physical performers.

12. The Witch’s Castle Guards

• Age Range: 13+ (Male)
• Vocal Range: Tenor, Barritone, Bass
• Description: The Wicked Witch’s commanding guards. These roles require a strong male presence.

🎶 Other Ensemble Roles:

• Emerald City Citizens
  • 15+ (Male and Female)
  • Any Vocal Range
• Jitterbug Dancers
  • 15+ (Male and Female)
  • Any Vocal Range
  • Strong Dance Requirement
• Trees
  • 15+ (Female)
  • Vocal Range N/A